Were you in the crowd when this happened? | Photo by the Greenville News via newspapers.com
Do you remember the 21st night of September? No, but we remember the morning of Sept. 20, 1997.
It was on that day the Greenville Memorial Auditorium was imploded, and according to the Greenville Police Department, 1,000+ people watched it happen.
“It’s a bittersweet moment,” Greenville Mayor Knox White — yes, he was mayor then, too — said that day. “No one takes joy in bringing the auditorium down. But it’s a first to something that is going to be bigger and better.”
Bon Secours Wellness Arena — known back then (and still by some today) as the Bi-lo Center — opened in September 1998. The site of the auditorium has sat vacant across the street since, but it will soon be home to the Greenville Gateway, a 29-story tower featuring 300 multi-family units and a large public plaza.
Asked
Asked
What artist performed at the Greenville Memorial Auditorium and has an upcoming Upstate concert scheduled?
A. Edwin McCain B. Amy Grant C. Travis Tritt D. Willie Nelson
The Children’s Museum of the Upstate opened the Trude Heller Children’s Garden, honoring the late Holocaust survivor and community leader. Featuring interactive play, a scavenger hunt, and a mural by Adam Schrimmer, the garden is the first phase of Heller Heritage on the Green, a $2.2 million legacy project. (Greenville Journal)
Outdoors
Conestee Nature Preserve’s West Bay boardwalk is officially back open after it was destroyed by Hurricane Helene almost a year ago. Thanks to Fluor’s Golf for Greenville fundraiser, the 1,000-ft boardwalk was rebuilt with a new anchoring system designed for wetlands. (Greenville Journal)
Learn
The Greenville Zoo is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with bilingual programming. Spanish-language tours highlighting South American species are Sept. 20, followed by a classroom education experience Sept. 27. Activities are included with admission, but advance registration is encouraged.
Ranked
Several barbecue spots in South Carolina landed on Southern Living’s ranking of the “Top 50 BBQ Joints in the South,” including Lewis Barbecue and Home Team — two Charleston joints with Greenville locations.
Watch
Fountain Inn High teacher Scott Johnston spun his way onto “Wheel of Fortune” during Teachers Week, finishing second and winning $14,800. A lifelong fan, Johnston said he applied for his students: “I knew it would be a big thing for them to see me accomplishing a dream of mine.” Missed it? Catch up on Hulu. (Greenville Journal)
List
Looking for a taste of fall despite this wave of “second summer” heat? Food writer Tiare Solis shares five of her favorite seasonal treats. (Greenville Journal)
Wellness
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Community
Get ready to celebrate.A Good Party is happening Friday, Oct. 3 at 6 p.m. Enjoy live music from Fly Fidelity plus bites from Comal 864, Mr. Crisp, Curean + Paseo. Presented by TD Bank + BMW, this night benefits Prisma Health’s new behavioral health hospital. Snag tickets.*
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Travel
This hidden gem is swimming in southern charm
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Water skiing is available for anyone feeling a bit more adventurous. | Photos provided by Olde English District
Whether you’re looking to soak up the last moments of summer or fully embrace fall, South Carolina’s Olde English District is the perfect place to make a splash.
Kayak, fish, float, or boat through scenic waterways or soak up the sun along the shore for a more laid-back vibe. Looking for your “Notebook” moment? There are plenty of cypress swamps to paddle through.
The best part? Your new favorite spot is just a short drive away.
A great way to get a sparkling clean toilet: Splash Foam Cleaner. Clean stains, toilet rings, and more without forceful scrubbing thanks to Splash Foam’s revolutionary cleaning formula. Just pour, let it foam, and flush. Bonus: It leaves your bathroom smelling clean.*
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
euphoria’s 20th festival is officially underway. The fun kicked off Wednesday night with a free concert on Camperdown, and since then, I also hit Aged to Perfection, where I enjoyed bites from local and out-of-town chefs.
There are limited tickets still available for select events. I hope to see you there.
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